President Donald Trump’s decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, and start preparations for the U.S. to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to the contested city, has the potential to further inflame tensions across the Middle East. Although this is not… Read More

Republicans in the U.S. Senate pushed forward their tax proposal in a party-line procedural vote Wednesday with Sen. Susan Collins’ support, but she’s not saying how she’ll vote ahead of a set of votes expected Thursday. Read More

Hopefully, by supporting more vigorous prosecution and sentencing, and establishing criminal records for perpetrators, advocates and the justice system can deter further violence against animals and people. Read More

Republicans in the U.S. Senate have altered their tax reform plan to include a repeal of the Affordable Care Act’s mandate that all Americans have health coverage or face a penalty. U.S. Sen. Susan Collins doesn’t like that. Read More

Maine’s low-key 2017 statewide slate of referendum questions has been funded to the tune of $11.7 million, with most of it coming from a handful of wealthy backers and national groups orchestrating efforts to pass a York County casino and Medicaid expansion. Read More

In the time he has left, Flake still has the considerable powers of a U.S. senator, powers that extend well beyond simple speechmaking. He simply needs to find the courage to put his conviction into action. Read More